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#3016 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 18 John Peter Zenger
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
502 MORRIS AVE, Bronx, NY 10451
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,016 of 4,742
In Bronx
#228 of 452
public schools
In district
#24 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
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About PS 18 John Peter Zenger
PS 18 John Peter Zenger is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. PS 18 John Peter Zenger serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 18 John Peter Zenger has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,016 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 18 John Peter Zenger show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 18 John Peter Zenger sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at PS 18 John Peter Zenger were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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PS 18 John Peter Zenger — Students at PS 18 John Peter Zenger score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How PS 18 John Peter Zenger Compares
See how PS 18 John Peter Zenger performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
502 MORRIS AVE, Bronx, NY 10451
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 18 John Peter Zenger may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 49 WILLIS AVENUE (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 1 (rated 6.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROSALYN YALOW CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,111
Median Home Value
$263,500
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
48,975
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
13.6%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
32.1%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 18 John Peter Zenger
What grades does PS 18 John Peter Zenger serve?
PS 18 John Peter Zenger serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 18 John Peter Zenger?
PS 18 John Peter Zenger has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 18 John Peter Zenger?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 18 John Peter Zenger is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 18 John Peter Zenger rank in NY?
PS 18 John Peter Zenger ranks #3,016 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 18 John Peter Zenger's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 18 John Peter Zenger has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at PS 18 John Peter Zenger?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 18 John Peter Zenger has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 18 John Peter Zenger a charter school?
No, PS 18 John Peter Zenger is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 18 John Peter Zenger a Title I school?
No, PS 18 John Peter Zenger is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 18 John Peter Zenger?
99.1% of students at PS 18 John Peter Zenger qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (718) 292-2868
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7- District Enrollment
- 15,146
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #24 of 40
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